2016 Fiat 500 1.2L Petrol · FE66 VBP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a cycle of reactive repairs regarding wear components. The most recent test in January 2026 at 84,641 miles passed despite the tester flagging pitted and scored brake discs on both front wheels. While the rear bump stop failure was rectified during this visit, the presence of surface disc corrosion indicates that the vehicle is approaching the end of the functional life for its front braking hardware, necessitating attention attention soon. At a mileage of 84,641 miles over ten years, the car averages approximately 8,500 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a city car. The data shows a steady accumulation pattern, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between March 2024 and February 2025, and another 5,700 miles between February 2025 and January 2026. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to premature degradation of rubber components and seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension assembly, as history reveals recurring issues. The April 2023 test failure highlighted oil misting on both front shock absorbers and excessively worn bushes on the rear upper shocks. While these appear to have been addressed, the recurring nature of suspension faults should be checked for new leaks or excessive play in the rubberwork. Furthermore, the pitting on the front brake discs noted in 2026 suggests the pads may be thin or glazed, which will likely require a full replacement of both discs and pads to ensure consistent stopping performance.